Classes Offered
Classes
nternational Wine Center is an Approved Program Provider of the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET®), the world's premier wine education organization. IWC students can earn official WSET® credentials: Foundation Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Diploma. All instructors hold the WSET® Diploma.*
The Levels
The classes are a progression, beginning with Foundation, an introductory course to wine. Intermediate Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Diploma follow. Each of these levels covers the entire world of wine including viticulture, vinification, and appellation labeling laws, as well as wine-tasting technique. The Advanced Certificate is a strict prerequisite for Diploma.
How to Register
Advance payment is required for all programs. Register by telephone or FAX with American Express, VISA or MasterCard; call (212) 239-3055, or FAX (212) 239-3051. You may also send a check to International Wine Center (350 7th Ave Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001). As a courtesy to wine businesses, we will invoice those companies that have established credit with us.
Refunds for In-Class Courses
Refunds for Online Courses
Online and Home Study
Along with our classes held in New York City, we offer online and home study courses for those who do not live near International Wine Center or another WSET®-approved center, and those whose schedules make it impossible to attend classes. We provide the WSET® Intermediate Certificate course online, and the WSET® Advanced Certificate and WSET® Diploma program in a home study format. Please visit the Online and Home Study Classes page for more information. If you have questions about Online and Home Study classes, please call us at (212) 239-3055.
Teaching Assistant Program
Opportunities are available for selected individuals to work with and learn from our instructors by serving as teaching assistants in our Intermediate Certificate classes. Teaching assistants help set up, pour wines and clean up. Teaching assistants receive a discounted course rate. These positions, limited in number, are generally filled three months in advance of the course. Admission is on a rolling basis. Selection of teaching assistants is at the discretion of the Director of Operations. An interview is required. For more information, call (212) 239.3055 between 2 and 5 p.m., or email info@internationalwinecenter.com
Spirits Certificate
SC 110 - Starts Thurs., April 1
(Level Two)
The Spirits Certificate is designed to provide a thorough knowledge of spirits and liqueurs. The course covers the history, production and style of spirits of the world: Cognac, Armagnac and other brandies; Scotch, Bourbon and whiskeys; white spirits, including vodka, rum, Tequila, gin; and liqueurs and other flavored spirits. Tasting is part of every session. A one-hour examination includes 50 multiple-choice questions and a theoretical tasting note of one spirit or liqueur.
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 13, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., April 1
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $548.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional. Please call (212) 239-3055 to register.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 13, you can withdraw without penalty by April 26, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 26, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 510 - Starts Sat., March 6
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 and March 13.
Schedule
Start Date: Sat., March 6
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Closed
Foundation
F 610 - Starts Thurs., March 18
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday, March 18-19.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., March 18
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 19, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 710 - Starts Tuesday, April 6
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, April 6 to April 20.
Schedule
Start Date: Tuesday, April 6
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration:
Registration Form
Exam: 7:30 Tuesday, on April 20, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 810 - Starts Saturday, April 24
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, April 24 to May 1.
Schedule
Start Date: Saturday, April 24
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 1, at the end of class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 910 - Starts Thursday, May 20
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thurdays, May 20 to May 27.
Schedule
Start Date: Thursday, May 20
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 27, at the end of class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 610 Norwalk CC - Starts Tues., March 2
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, March 2 through May 4, 2010.
Start Date: Tues., March 2
Location: Norwalk Community College, 188 Richards Avenue Norwalk, CT 06854-1655.
Registration: Please phone Norwalk Community College to register at (203) 857-7000, or visit the Norwalk Community College website
Exam: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 4. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 4, you can withdraw without penalty by April 12, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 12, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 510 AM - Starts Tues., March 23
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m. to Noon Tuesdays, March 23 through May 18, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Tues., March 23
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 18, you can withdraw without penalty by April 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 710 - Starts Thurs., April 1
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 27, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., April 1
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 27, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 27, you can withdraw without penalty by May 10, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After May 10, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 810 - Starts Mon., May 3
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, May 3 through July 12, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Mon., May 3
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 12, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam July 12, you can withdraw without penalty by June 23, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 23, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1010 Super Saturdays Intensive - Starts Saturday, May 8
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8 to Saturday May 22.
Schedule
Start Date: Saturday, May 8
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 4:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday May 22, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 22, you can withdraw without penalty by April 30, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 30, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1110 Intensive - Starts Wednesday, August 25
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Aug. 25, to Friday Aug. 27.
Schedule
Start Date: Wednesday, August 25
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 4:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday Aug. 27, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam Aug. 27, you can withdraw without penalty by Aug.6, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After Aug. 6, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for Availibilty
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL3 - Starts Thurs., March 11
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Thursday, March 11 through Wednesday, April 14.
Registration deadline: Thursday, Feb. 25
Start Date: Thurs., March 11
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Monday, April 26, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam April 26, you can withdraw without penalty by April 7, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 7, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL4 - Starts Fri., April 9
Register by Fri. March 26
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Friday, April 9 through Thursday, May 13.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 26.
Start Date: Fri., April 9
Register by Fri. March 26
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 18, you can withdraw without penalty by April 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL5 - Starts Thurs., May 13
Register by Thurs., April 29
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Thursday, May 13 through Wednesday, June 16.
Registration deadline: Thursday, April 29.
Start Date: Thurs., May 13
Register by Thurs., April 29
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam June 17, you can withdraw without penalty by May 28, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After May 28, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL6 - Starts Fri., June 4
Register by Fri., May 21
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Friday, June 4 through Sunday, July 11.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 21.
Start Date: Fri., June 4
Register by Fri., May 21
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Monday, July 12 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam July 12, you can withdraw without penalty by June 23, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 23, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 410 - Super Saturdays - Starts Sat., March 6
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Super Saturdays course is condensed into five Saturdays and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 through April 17. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17.
Schedule
Start Date: Sat., March 6
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on April 17, you can withdraw without penalty by March 31, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After March 31, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 510 - Starts Wed., March 24
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four short-answer questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 24 through July 7, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Wed., March 24
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th Streets), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on July 7, you can withdraw without penalty by June 18; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 18 we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 610 - Intensive - Starts Mon., August 30
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 30 through Friday, Sept. 3. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4.
Schedule
Start Date: Mon., August 30
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Sept. 4, you can withdraw without penalty by August 17, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 17, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 710 - Starts Monday, September 13
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, September 13 to December 27. Exam on January 17 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
Start Date: Monday, September 13
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, January 17, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Jan. 17, you can withdraw without penalty by December 31, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After December 31, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 810 - Starts Tuesday, May 25
(Level Three)
Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 25 to September 14. Exam on September 21 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
Start Date: Tuesday, May 25
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Sept. 21, you can withdraw without penalty by August 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration
nternational Wine Center is an Approved Program Provider of the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET®), the world's premier wine education organization. IWC students can earn official WSET® credentials: Foundation Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Diploma. All instructors hold the WSET® Diploma.*
Following is a list of upcoming classes. Click on the class heading to see more details and download a registration form.
2010 Schedule
Spirits Certificate
SC 110 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 13, 2010.
Schedule
SC 110 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 13, 2010.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate
IC 610 Norwalk CC (Level Two)
Schedule: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, March 2 through May 4, 2010.
IC 610 Norwalk CC (Level Two)
Schedule: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, March 2 through May 4, 2010.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 510 AM (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m. to Noon Tuesdays, March 23 through May 18, 2010.
Schedule
IC 510 AM (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m. to Noon Tuesdays, March 23 through May 18, 2010.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate
IC 710 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 27, 2010.
Schedule
IC 710 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 27, 2010.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate
IC 810 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, May 3 through July 12, 2010.
Schedule
IC 810 (Level Two)
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, May 3 through July 12, 2010.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1010 Super Saturdays Intensive (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8 to Saturday May 22.
Schedule
IC 1010 Super Saturdays Intensive (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8 to Saturday May 22.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1110 Intensive (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Aug. 25, to Friday Aug. 27.
Schedule
IC 1110 Intensive (Level Two)
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Aug. 25, to Friday Aug. 27.
Schedule
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL3 (Level Two)
Schedule: Thursday, March 11 through Wednesday, April 14.
Registration deadline: Thursday, Feb. 25
Schedule: Thursday, March 11 through Wednesday, April 14.
Registration deadline: Thursday, Feb. 25
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL4 (Level Two)
Schedule: Friday, April 9 through Thursday, May 13.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 26.
Schedule: Friday, April 9 through Thursday, May 13.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 26.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL5 (Level Two)
Schedule: Thursday, May 13 through Wednesday, June 16.
Registration deadline: Thursday, April 29.
Schedule: Thursday, May 13 through Wednesday, June 16.
Registration deadline: Thursday, April 29.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL6 (Level Two)
Schedule: Friday, June 4 through Sunday, July 11.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 21.
Schedule: Friday, June 4 through Sunday, July 11.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 21.
Advanced Certificate
AC 410 - Super Saturdays (Level Three)
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 through April 17. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17.
Schedule
AC 410 - Super Saturdays (Level Three)
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 through April 17. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17.
Schedule
Advanced Certificate
AC 510 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 24 through July 7, 2010.
Schedule
AC 510 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 24 through July 7, 2010.
Schedule
Advanced Certificate
AC 610 - Intensive (Level Three)
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 30 through Friday, Sept. 3. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4.
Schedule
AC 610 - Intensive (Level Three)
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 30 through Friday, Sept. 3. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4.
Schedule
Advanced Certificate
AC 710 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, September 13 to December 27. Exam on January 17 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
AC 710 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, September 13 to December 27. Exam on January 17 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
Advanced Certificate
AC 810 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 25 to September 14. Exam on September 21 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
AC 810 (Level Three)
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 25 to September 14. Exam on September 21 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
The Levels
The classes are a progression, beginning with Foundation, an introductory course to wine. Intermediate Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Diploma follow. Each of these levels covers the entire world of wine including viticulture, vinification, and appellation labeling laws, as well as wine-tasting technique. The Advanced Certificate is a strict prerequisite for Diploma.
How to Register
Advance payment is required for all programs. Register by telephone or FAX with American Express, VISA or MasterCard; call (212) 239-3055, or FAX (212) 239-3051. You may also send a check to International Wine Center (350 7th Ave Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001). As a courtesy to wine businesses, we will invoice those companies that have established credit with us.
Refunds for In-Class Courses
- If you cancel your place before the course begins you will receive a refund of the class fee, less a 10% cancellation fee. If we have sent out the materials kit to you, you must return it, complete and unused, in order to receive full credit. Registration and shipping fees are not refundable.
- If you cancel after the class begins, no refunds apply. However, your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same course and session, subject to qualification. If you miss a class, you are welcome to make up the class next term.
Refunds for Online Courses
- If you cancel your place before the registration deadline you will receive a refund of the tuition fee, less a 10% cancellation fee. If we have sent out the materials kit to you, you must return it complete and unused. Registration and shipping fees are not refundable.
- If you cancel after the registration deadline, no refunds apply.
Online and Home Study
Along with our classes held in New York City, we offer online and home study courses for those who do not live near International Wine Center or another WSET®-approved center, and those whose schedules make it impossible to attend classes. We provide the WSET® Intermediate Certificate course online, and the WSET® Advanced Certificate and WSET® Diploma program in a home study format. Please visit the Online and Home Study Classes page for more information. If you have questions about Online and Home Study classes, please call us at (212) 239-3055.
Teaching Assistant Program
Opportunities are available for selected individuals to work with and learn from our instructors by serving as teaching assistants in our Intermediate Certificate classes. Teaching assistants help set up, pour wines and clean up. Teaching assistants receive a discounted course rate. These positions, limited in number, are generally filled three months in advance of the course. Admission is on a rolling basis. Selection of teaching assistants is at the discretion of the Director of Operations. An interview is required. For more information, call (212) 239.3055 between 2 and 5 p.m., or email info@internationalwinecenter.com
Spirits Certificate
SC 110 - Starts Thurs., April 1
(Level Two)
The Spirits Certificate is designed to provide a thorough knowledge of spirits and liqueurs. The course covers the history, production and style of spirits of the world: Cognac, Armagnac and other brandies; Scotch, Bourbon and whiskeys; white spirits, including vodka, rum, Tequila, gin; and liqueurs and other flavored spirits. Tasting is part of every session. A one-hour examination includes 50 multiple-choice questions and a theoretical tasting note of one spirit or liqueur.
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 13, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., April 1
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $548.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional. Please call (212) 239-3055 to register.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 13, you can withdraw without penalty by April 26, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 26, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 510 - Starts Sat., March 6
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 and March 13.
Schedule
Start Date: Sat., March 6
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Closed
Foundation
F 610 - Starts Thurs., March 18
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday, March 18-19.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., March 18
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 19, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 710 - Starts Tuesday, April 6
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, April 6 to April 20.
Schedule
Start Date: Tuesday, April 6
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration:
Registration Form
Exam: 7:30 Tuesday, on April 20, at the end of the last class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 810 - Starts Saturday, April 24
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, April 24 to May 1.
Schedule
Start Date: Saturday, April 24
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 1, at the end of class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Foundation
F 910 - Starts Thursday, May 20
(Level One)
This entry-level course teaches the basics of wine, in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. Ideal for consumers or those new to wine, Foundation focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine etiquette. The class consists of two three-hour sessions and concludes with a short multiple-choice exam.
Schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thurdays, May 20 to May 27.
Schedule
Start Date: Thursday, May 20
Location: 350 7th Ave. (b/w 29th and 30th Sts), Suite 1201
Registration: $275.00, plus $10.00 registration fee. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 27, at the end of class.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 610 Norwalk CC - Starts Tues., March 2
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, March 2 through May 4, 2010.
Start Date: Tues., March 2
Location: Norwalk Community College, 188 Richards Avenue Norwalk, CT 06854-1655.
Registration: Please phone Norwalk Community College to register at (203) 857-7000, or visit the Norwalk Community College website
Exam: 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 4. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 4, you can withdraw without penalty by April 12, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 12, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 510 AM - Starts Tues., March 23
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m. to Noon Tuesdays, March 23 through May 18, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Tues., March 23
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 18, you can withdraw without penalty by April 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 710 - Starts Thurs., April 1
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, April 1 through May 27, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Thurs., April 1
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 27, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 27, you can withdraw without penalty by May 10, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After May 10, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 810 - Starts Mon., May 3
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays, May 3 through July 12, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Mon., May 3
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 12, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam July 12, you can withdraw without penalty by June 23, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 23, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1010 Super Saturdays Intensive - Starts Saturday, May 8
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 8 to Saturday May 22.
Schedule
Start Date: Saturday, May 8
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 4:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday May 22, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 22, you can withdraw without penalty by April 30, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 30, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration
Intermediate Certificate
IC 1110 Intensive - Starts Wednesday, August 25
(Level Two)
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour, multiple-choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: 10 a.m to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Aug. 25, to Friday Aug. 27.
Schedule
Start Date: Wednesday, August 25
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 4:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday Aug. 27, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam Aug. 27, you can withdraw without penalty by Aug.6, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After Aug. 6, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for Availibilty
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL3 - Starts Thurs., March 11
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Thursday, March 11 through Wednesday, April 14.
Registration deadline: Thursday, Feb. 25
Start Date: Thurs., March 11
Register by Thurs., Feb. 25
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Monday, April 26, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam April 26, you can withdraw without penalty by April 7, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 7, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL4 - Starts Fri., April 9
Register by Fri. March 26
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Friday, April 9 through Thursday, May 13.
Registration deadline: Friday, March 26.
Start Date: Fri., April 9
Register by Fri. March 26
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam May 18, you can withdraw without penalty by April 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After April 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL5 - Starts Thurs., May 13
Register by Thurs., April 29
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Thursday, May 13 through Wednesday, June 16.
Registration deadline: Thursday, April 29.
Start Date: Thurs., May 13
Register by Thurs., April 29
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 2010 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam June 17, you can withdraw without penalty by May 28, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After May 28, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Intermediate Certificate Online - ICOL6 - Starts Fri., June 4
Register by Fri., May 21
(Level Two)
This is the WSET Intermediate Certificate course provided in an online setting. The course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Students register through IWC and sit the exam at our center in New York City, but take classes in a digital, global classroom. An instructor from the WSET® leads the course, which includes five weekly, interactive classes. Students log-in whenever they like during the week, review the summary of weekly topics, complete activities and tasting exercises, post responses and participate in online class discussion. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.*
Schedule: Friday, June 4 through Sunday, July 11.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 21.
Start Date: Fri., June 4
Register by Fri., May 21
Location: Online
Registration: Registration is $418 (includes course materials, the exam and tax), plus a $10 registration fee and a $10 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. Please call our center at (212) 239-3055 to register. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. (See above for our refund policy.)
Registration Form
Exam: The exam is scheduled by for 6 p.m. Monday, July 12 at International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001.
If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam July 12, you can withdraw without penalty by June 23, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 23, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 410 - Super Saturdays - Starts Sat., March 6
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Super Saturdays course is condensed into five Saturdays and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays, March 6 through April 17. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17.
Schedule
Start Date: Sat., March 6
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on April 17, you can withdraw without penalty by March 31, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After March 31, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 510 - Starts Wed., March 24
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four short-answer questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 24 through July 7, 2010.
Schedule
Start Date: Wed., March 24
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th Streets), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on July 7, you can withdraw without penalty by June 18; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After June 18 we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 610 - Intensive - Starts Mon., August 30
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday, August 30 through Friday, Sept. 3. Exam 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4.
Schedule
Start Date: Mon., August 30
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Registration Form
Exam: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Sept. 4, you can withdraw without penalty by August 17, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 17, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 710 - Starts Monday, September 13
(Level Three)
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, September 13 to December 27. Exam on January 17 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
Start Date: Monday, September 13
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, January 17, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Jan. 17, you can withdraw without penalty by December 31, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After December 31, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration.
Advanced Certificate
AC 810 - Starts Tuesday, May 25
(Level Three)
Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The Intensive course is condensed into one week and because of the rapid pace we encourage students to register early and start studying prior. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four essay questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.*
Schedule: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 25 to September 14. Exam on September 21 at 6 p.m.
Schedule
Start Date: Tuesday, May 25
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $1388.00, plus $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx. NYS sales tax additional.
Exam: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Sept. 21, you can withdraw without penalty by August 29, 2010; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 29, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Students have a period of 12 months from the date of course registration to sit the exam. If the exam is not completed within 12 months, another exam fee must be paid.
Availability: Open for registration
* WSET qualifications are part of the UK qualifications
framework, and the education courses leading to WSET qualifications are an invaluable source of information for students
to enhance their knowledge of wines and spirits. WSET qualifications are not a guarantee of employment or career progression,
nor do they form part of any regulated qualifications framework outside UK.